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Position: Steel Erection Estimator
- Company Overview: Join us on exciting and prestigious construction projects where safety, quality, and teamwork come first. Our expertise spans steel erection, precast concrete, tower crane services, and preconstruction engineering/design assistance. We are looking for a skilled Estimator to help lead our efforts in delivering landmark projects with excellence. What You'll Do Analyze drawings, specifications, and request for proposals (RFPs) to understand project requirements. Conduct comprehensive quantity takeoffs for steel, concrete, connections, labor, and equipment. Develop accurate cost estimates, including direct costs, indirects, overheads, and contingency allowances. Solicit, assess, and negotiate bids from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers. Collaborate with engineering, design, and operations teams to ensure constructability assumptions are validated. Prepare and present bid packages and proposals to management and clients. Maintain and update estimation databases and historical cost records. Provide insights for value-engineering to enhance cost efficiency, schedule, and constructability. Assist with post-bid work, including reviewing subcontractor scopes and handling clarifications or changes. Support the pricing of change orders and claims as needed. What We're Looking For (Qualifications & Skills) Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). At least 5 years of experience in estimating in structural/specialty construction (steel erection, precast, heavy structure). Solid understanding of construction methods, structures, steel detailing, connections, and erection sequencing. Proficient in takeoff/estimating software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Sage Estimating, or similar tools. Experience in Excel models, cost databases, and bid spreadsheets. Exceptional negotiation skills and strong relationships with vendors/subcontractors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to management and clients. Detail-oriented with a comprehensive approach to schedule, risk, and logistics management. Able to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Willingness to travel to job sites when necessary for bidding or site visits. Professional demeanor, integrity, and a collaborative mindset. What You'll Get (Benefits & Perks) Competitive salary with performance bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) plan with company matching. Paid time off and holidays. Opportunity to work on iconic projects. Exposure to all phases of construction with potential for growth. A safety-focused culture prioritizing employee well-being. If you are passionate about working on landmark projects, we encourage you to apply. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals across multiple industries in the United States since 1990. We prioritize delivering the right solutions at the right time.
- Company Overview: Join us on exciting and prestigious construction projects where safety, quality, and teamwork come first. Our expertise spans steel erection, precast concrete, tower crane services, and preconstruction engineering/design assistance. We are looking for a skilled Estimator to help lead our efforts in delivering landmark projects with excellence. What You'll Do Analyze drawings, specifications, and request for proposals (RFPs) to understand project requirements. Conduct comprehensive quantity takeoffs for steel, concrete, connections, labor, and equipment. Develop accurate cost estimates, including direct costs, indirects, overheads, and contingency allowances. Solicit, assess, and negotiate bids from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers. Collaborate with engineering, design, and operations teams to ensure constructability assumptions are validated. Prepare and present bid packages and proposals to management and clients. Maintain and update estimation databases and historical cost records. Provide insights for value-engineering to enhance cost efficiency, schedule, and constructability. Assist with post-bid work, including reviewing subcontractor scopes and handling clarifications or changes. Support the pricing of change orders and claims as needed. What We're Looking For (Qualifications & Skills) Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). At least 5 years of experience in estimating in structural/specialty construction (steel erection, precast, heavy structure). Solid understanding of construction methods, structures, steel detailing, connections, and erection sequencing. Proficient in takeoff/estimating software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Sage Estimating, or similar tools. Experience in Excel models, cost databases, and bid spreadsheets. Exceptional negotiation skills and strong relationships with vendors/subcontractors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to management and clients. Detail-oriented with a comprehensive approach to schedule, risk, and logistics management. Able to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Willingness to travel to job sites when necessary for bidding or site visits. Professional demeanor, integrity, and a collaborative mindset. What You'll Get (Benefits & Perks) Competitive salary with performance bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) plan with company matching. Paid time off and holidays. Opportunity to work on iconic projects. Exposure to all phases of construction with potential for growth. A safety-focused culture prioritizing employee well-being. If you are passionate about working on landmark projects, we encourage you to apply. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals across multiple industries in the United States since 1990. We prioritize delivering the right solutions at the right time.